On the October 3rd episode of SmackDown, Damian Priest delivered a brutal attack that left a major star devastated. The intense moment unfolded during a United States Championship match, heightening tensions that have been building up in WWE.
Chaotic Interference Changes the Outcome of Title Match
The event began with Aleister Black accepting Sami Zayn’s United States Championship open challenge in the opening hour of SmackDown. After a fierce and closely fought contest, Damian Priest intervened in the last moments, distracting Black and enabling Zayn to keep his title. Priest’s disruption significantly altered the course of the match, leaving fans stunned by the interference.
Damian Priest’s Vicious Retaliation Against Aleister Black
Following the match, Priest escalated the conflict by exacting revenge on Aleister Black. Their heated rivalry has intensified over recent weeks, culminating with Priest aggressively slamming Black through the announcer’s table. This violent act marked a brutal turning point, underscoring the deep animosity between the two stars.
Rising Tensions Point Toward a Crown Jewel Showdown in Australia
With their feud reaching new heights, anticipation is building for a potential showdown between Damian Priest and Aleister Black at the upcoming Crown Jewel event in Perth, Australia. Fans are eager to see how this rivalry unfolds on one of WWE’s biggest stages internationally.
Damian Priest Reflects on Early WWE Struggles
Earlier this year, Damian Priest opened up about his challenging start with WWE during an interview on the Notsam Wrestling podcast hosted by Sam Roberts. He recounted an unsuccessful initial tryout with the Stamford-based company in 2010, describing how he arrived out of shape and injured, leading to a disappointing performance.
“I remember my first tryout with WWE, it was, I wanna say, 2009…2010 I think it was, and I was way out of shape. I came in injured, and I bombed. It was so bad. I can look back now, and I’m like, embarrassed that I was there. I did not belong there. I wasn’t ready. Even if I was healthy and in better shape, I still wasn’t ready.” – Damian Priest
Additional Developments in WWE News
In other recent WWE news, Matt Riddle has sparked controversy by publicly confronting a TMZ reporter, adding to the ongoing drama surrounding WWE talent outside the ring.
THROUGH THE TABLE! 😱@ArcherOfInfamy got his revenge… pic.twitter.com/ymfihDfIEF
— WWE (@WWE) October 4, 2025
